Expo Awards
Metropolitan King County Council Recognizes Expo
The Metropolitan King County Council conferred special
recognition on the Expo in April of 2005. “"Biotechnology
is a field that has gone from science fiction to science
fact and this region has played a large role in making that happen,” said
Councilmember Jane Hague, the sponsor of the recognition. “"The
organizations behind this growth in our region are
reaching out to young people through the Student Biotech Expo to show
them that whatever
their interest, it will be affected by this area of
science. Some of the young people may decide to go that path, but
all involved in
the expo will leave with a greater understanding of
this field.”Click here to read more about the Recognition!
The Student Biotech Expo wins the 2002 KCTS Golden Apple Award!
View the Golden Apple Video (5 minutes)
The Golden Apple is awarded for excellence in education. Here is what KCTS Public Television had to say about the Student Biotech Expo:
"The Washington Biotechnology Foundation's Student Biotechnology Expo is not your traditional science fair. Each of the approximately 250 participating students from seven Seattle schools chooses a topic related to bioscience, such as detection and treatment of genetic disorders, the role of agricultural biotechnology, the bioethical impacts of new technology and the research and development of biopharmaceuticals. Then, students are matched with mentors from local businesses and scientific institutions who provide resources, job shadows, internships and support. Along with the traditional research format, students are encouraged to present their projects using such diverse formats as fine arts, 3D molecular model building, drama, writing, web site design, teaching, career exploration and investigation of local businesses. Scientists, artists and professional writers then judge the projects. By engaging students in new, creative ways that value their individual strengths and talents, the Expo is helping to strengthen both future scientists and Seattle's biotechnology community."
For more information about the Golden Apple, visit the KCTS Website.
Image: Jeanne Ting Chowning receives the Golden Apple on behalf of the Washington Biotechnology Foundation. To her right are Governor Gary Locke and Terry Bergeson, Superintendent of Public Instruction.
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